Southwestern Grilled Chicken Jalapeno Popper Salad

Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Popular
Health score
68%
Southwestern Grilled Chicken Jalapeno Popper Salad
25 min.
4
555kcal

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Craving something vibrant, flavorful, and a little bit spicy? Look no further than this Southwestern Grilled Chicken Jalapeno Popper Salad! This isn't your average boring salad; it's a party in your mouth, packed with textures and tastes that will leave you completely satisfied.

Imagine tender, grilled chicken, kissed with smoky flavor, mingling with the creamy richness of avocado and the satisfying pop of black beans and sweet corn. We're talking perfectly charred corn, adding a touch of summery sweetness, and juicy diced tomatoes for a burst of freshness. And the star of the show? A creamy, dreamy jalapeno popper dressing that ties everything together with a delightful kick.

Whether you're needing a quick and healthy lunch, a satisfying main course, or even a delicious side dish to share, this salad delivers. The option to add crispy bacon crumbles, shredded cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips takes it to the next level of deliciousness - and hey, who doesn't love options? Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free masterpiece is surprisingly easy to whip up. It's a definite crowd-pleaser with a recipe health score of 68 and a caloric count of 555 kcal, so you can enjoy a flavorful and healthy meal. Dive into this popular salad, customized with a kick of fresh or pickled sliced jalapenos because, let's be honest, a little heat is always welcome!

Ingredients

  • large avocado diced
  • cup black beans rinsed drained
  • small chicken breasts 
  • strips bacon crumbled cooked
  • cup regular corn ( - 2 ears)
  • 0.3 cup jalapeno popper dressing 
  • servings jalapeño peppers fresh sliced to taste
  • 0.3 cup onion green red sliced
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce shredded
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.3 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup tomatoes diced
  • 0.3 cup tortilla chips crumbled

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and grill over medium-high heat until cooked, about 4-6 minutes per side, set aside, let cool and slice.Assemble salad and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories555kcal
Protein43.06%
Fat33.84%
Carbs23.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.63
Glycemic Load
6.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
43.911304183628%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
2.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:554.53kcal
27.73%
Fat:21.08g
32.42%
Saturated Fat:5.05g
31.57%
Carbohydrates:32.38g
10.79%
Net Carbohydrates:21.69g
7.89%
Sugar:4.38g
4.86%
Cholesterol:159.62mg
53.21%
Sodium:689.83mg
29.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:60.35g
120.69%
Vitamin A:6909.73IU
138.19%
Vitamin B3:26.77mg
133.83%
Selenium:79.83µg
114.04%
Vitamin B6:2.08mg
103.84%
Vitamin K:102.14µg
97.28%
Phosphorus:704.18mg
70.42%
Folate:232.14µg
58.03%
Potassium:1670.52mg
47.73%
Vitamin B5:4.69mg
46.91%
Fiber:10.69g
42.77%
Magnesium:140.08mg
35.02%
Vitamin C:25.72mg
31.18%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.77%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.88%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.59%
Zinc:3.22mg
21.45%
Iron:3.3mg
18.32%
Copper:0.35mg
17.41%
Vitamin E:2.38mg
15.87%
Calcium:121.04mg
12.1%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.23%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2%